Rausch Family Dental Blog

Hearing that you need a tooth extracted can feel a little intimidating. It’s natural to wonder if there’s another option or why removing the tooth is necessary in the first place. The good news is that dentists always aim to save your natural teeth whenever possible. An extraction is typically recommended only when it’s the healthiest and most effective solution.

Whether it’s due to injury, infection, or overcrowding, removing a problematic tooth can relieve pain, prevent future complications, and protect the rest of your smile. Here are some of the most common reasons your dentist may recommend a tooth extraction.

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Your wisdom teeth are supposed to make you smarter, right? So why would you want to remove them?  Unfortunately, while increased intelligence would certainly be nice, your third molars don’t really make you any wiser- they just develop when you’re in your late teens or early adulthood when you’ve got a little more life experience under your belt. So, why remove them, then? Here’s a closer look at six very good reasons to take them out, and what could happen if you don’t!

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It’s important to enjoy a diet rich with vitamins, minerals, and protein to make sure your body has the resources it needs to maintain healthy teeth and gums, but many people may underestimate the value of drinking enough water. Staying hydrated will help your body stay strong enough to fight infections, and treating water as your primary beverage can protect your teeth from being exposed to a host of potentially harmful substances. Here’s why water is the best beverage for your oral health.

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Losing adult teeth can potentially detract from your daily quality of life in a few different ways. For instance, you might struggle with the unexpected changes to your appearance, struggle to bite and chew healthy foods, or develop altered speaking patterns.

Regardless of how many pearly whites went missing, your dentist can restore your smile’s appearance and functionality with lifelike dentures. But many patients worry that their new teeth might also result in changes to their enunciation that could impact their ability to communicate. If you’re scared you won’t be able to talk with dentures, read on to learn more!

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If you’re considering dental implants to restore your smile, it’s natural to wonder about their safety. After all, dental implants require oral surgery, which may make some patients feel hesitant. The good news is that implants have been used for decades and are considered one of the safest and most reliable treatments in modern dentistry. With a high success rate and long-lasting results, they remain the gold standard for replacing missing teeth.

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There’s nothing like a dental emergency to put a damper on your summer getaway. Whether you’re hiking through the mountains, relaxing on a beach, or exploring a new city, tooth pain or an unexpected injury can quickly turn your trip upside down. While these moments can feel overwhelming, knowing how to handle a dental emergency while traveling can help you stay calm and protect your oral health.

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Did you know that your jawbone thins after tooth loss? Your roots stimulate new bone growth every time you bite down, which keeps it strong. When they go missing, you can lose up to 25% of the surrounding bone mass within the first year. This can lead to sunken cheeks, facial wrinkles, and additional tooth loss.

Dental implants are the only replacements that involve surgically placing titanium rods to function as roots to prevent this. They’re also resilient and can potentially last decades, but that doesn’t make them invincible. Read on to learn 3 things to avoid that could hurt them!

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Dental injuries aren’t just painful to experience, but they can be stressful to handle! The good news is that many are preventable with the right best practices in place. If you’re not sure where to start, keep reading for five tips for avoiding a dental emergency.

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Today, more and more dentists and patients alike are starting to favor dental implants as a method for replacing missing teeth. However, when you find out that the implant posts need to be surgically placed in the jaw, you may have reservations. Is getting dental implants painful? And is there anything you can do to keep yourself as comfortable as possible? Here’s what you need to know before dental implant placement.

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If you haven’t been able to have your toothache treated by an emergency dentist yet, then you’re probably looking for ways to make the pain more manageable at night. All too often, a toothache can make it more difficult to get enough sleep. But if you follow the right steps, you can reduce your discomfort and enjoy the rest that you deserve. Here are 5 ways to make sleeping with a toothache easier.  

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